Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
136047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
gcc

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 156 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135376

Common Names

  • Bracted Gongylolepis
  • Bracted Star Thistle
  • Bracted Saffron Thistle

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Description

Gongylolepis bracteata (also called 'Gongylolepis', 'Bracteata', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and grows in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gongylolepis bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gongylolepis bracteata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylolepis bracteata is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Gongylolepis bracteata

Gongylolepis bracteata can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.

Gongylolepis bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gongylolepis bracteata?

Gongylolepis bracteata

What is the common name of Gongylolepis bracteata?

Bracted Gongylolepis

What is the natural habitat of Gongylolepis bracteata?

Grassy areas and meadows

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-96119: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.